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Apo-doxy is known as a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
It is commonly used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including lung infections (e.g., pneumonia, bronchitis), urinary tract infections (e.g., cystitis), throat infections (e.g., tonsillitis), skin infections, and sexually transmitted infections. This medication is also used to prevent malaria.
Apo-doxy may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
The medication should be taken with plenty of water while standing or sitting upright to reduce the risk of injury to the esophagus.
Do not lie down for at least 1 to 2 hours after taking the medication.
This medication should not be taken with antacids or iron preparations, as these may interfere with its effectiveness.
Apo-doxy is best stored at room temperature away from direct light and moisture. To prevent drug damage, you should not store Apo-doxy in the bathroom or the freezer. There may be different brands of Apo-doxy that may have different storage needs. It is important to always check the product package for instructions on storage, or ask your pharmacist. For safety, you should keep all medicines away from children and pets.
You should not flush Apo-doxy down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. It is important to properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist for more details about how to safely discard your product.
Consult with your doctor or pharmacist, if:
There are no adequate studies in women for determining risk when using this medication during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Please always consult with your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before taking this medication. This medication is pregnancy risk category D, according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
FDA pregnancy risk category reference below:
Apo-doxy may cause following side effects, such as:
Not everyone experiences these side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have any concerns about a side-effect, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Apo-doxy may interact with other drugs that you are currently taking, which can change how your drug works or increase your risk for serious side effects. To avoid any potential drug interactions, you should keep a list of all the drugs you are using (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. For your safety, do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any drugs without your doctor’s approval.
Some products that may interact with this drug include:
Apo-doxy may interact with food or alcohol by altering the way the drug works or increase the risk for serious side effects. Please discuss with your doctor or pharmacist any potential food or alcohol interactions before using this drug.
Apo-doxy may interact with your health condition. This interaction may worsen your health condition or alter the way the drug works. It is important to always let your doctor and pharmacist know all the health conditions you currently have
Especially if you have trouble swallowing or esophagus problems (such as hiatal hernia or reflux/heartburn).
The information provided is not a substitute for any medical advice. You should ALWAYS consult with your doctor or pharmacist before using this medication.
Initial dose is 200 mg/day divided twice daily on first day.
Maintenance dose is 100-200 mg/day every day or divided 2 times a day.
≤8 years: Not recommended for middle-to-moderate infections; may cause tooth discoloration and enamel hypoplasia during tooth development.
>8 years, <45 Kg
>8 years, ≤45 kg
Apo-doxy is available in the following dosage forms and strengths:
In case of an emergency or an overdose, call your local emergency services or go to your nearest emergency room.
If you miss a dose of Apo-doxy, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your regular dose as scheduled. Do not take a double dose.
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